. Many people enjoy this as a hobby. It can be enjoyed by any age group and can be very rewarding when you give these beautiful home made candles as gifts to your friends and family. However, many people don't know how to begin the process of making candles. This is why kits are the best way to start the process for beginners.
These kits can be found in almost any arts and crafts stores. There are many styles and types of these kits to choose from also. Which ever you choose depends on your style or the style of the person you are making the candle for. The kits come with all the supplies you will need to start your venture from the wax to the wick. Sometime they even come with holders for your candles but you may need to purchase these separately depending on the kit you choose. You can also find these kits easily online.
Making candles are affordable for anyone's income. They come in many different price ranges depending on how much comes in the kit. You can find them from about ten dollars and up in your favorite arts and crafts store in your area. It is much cheaper to make your own candles than to buy them pre-made. Pre-made candles can be very pricey. This is another reason why they make great gifts. Because it's an inexpensive way to show someone you care by making them a home made gift.
These kits also come in soy. Many people like this type of candles because they are all natural. You do not have to add anything. They naturally come scented. These are healthier for the environment also.
You should always start out buying the least expensive kit you can find. This way you won't spend a lot of money on a kit if you find that candle making is not for you. As you get better at making candles then you can upgrade to the bigger more expensive kits. Sometime the kits will not have everything you will want to become a great candle maker because as you become better you will want to add more personal touches to your candles, but they are definitely a great way to start.